Patchwork designs are often created with blocks, occasionally in columns, and more recently in rows. The row-quilting concept provides an ideal palette to create projects from table runners to larger bed-sized quilts.

In part one of this two-partSewing With Nancy series, Trusty Triangles—a Row-by-Row Sampler Quilt, Nancy covered the basics of a traditional row-by-row or row sampler quilt. The quick row quilt featured has six total rows with six unique themed designs. During this second episode on row quilts, Nancy will show you the remaining three quilt rows of the sampler quilt; only one quilting technique is needed to create the diversity of designs. If you missed part one,watch it online.

Half-Square Triangles Review

Each row is made of varying size half-square triangles to create traditional quilt block designs. Of course, we’ll use the design as a complete row, rather than a single block. It is quite helpful to make the half-square triangles, in any size, the absolute easiest way—by using the No-Hassle Triangles Gauge. Here’s how:

Slide the gauge to the desired setting. The gauge locks into place to assure accuracy. Reference the left side of the gauge for half-squares and the right side of the gauge for quarter-squares.

Perpetual Pinwheels

Vary the scale of the traditional pinwheel design, and you’ll have an interesting design in row four. The row features the pinwheel block made in a 12″ and 4″ (finished) sizes. The smaller blocks are arranged to give motion to the pinwheels, as if they are perpetually spinning in the breeze.

Star Gazer

Once you’ve mastered the process of creating half-square triangles, take time to experiment with different layout configurations. That’s how Nancy happened upon the design she calls Star Gazer. The pieced configuration is linear, yet the affect is worth an admiring observation.

Flying Home

The time honored Flying Geese design is the feature of the last row of the sampler quilt. Nancy entitled the quilt pattern, Flying Home, where you’ll learn how to combine half-square triangle sizes with ease.

Discover how easy it is to design, stitch, and enjoy a row-by-row sampler without cutting any triangles. Even the most complex-looking blocks are easy to construct with simple straight stitching—and no bias-cut edges to stretch out of shape.

Six beautiful row designs can be mixed and matched in any number of formations, for a quilt that’s uniquely your own.

Add on a No-Hassle Triangle Gauge to make short work of this classic method, ensuring even cuts and stitching that matches perfectly. Learn Nancy’s tricks for designs filled with movement and artistry, with the fully illustrated book.

Imagine my delight and surprise to see Nancy’s Row by Row (Episode 1) on UNC-TV this afternoon! Since then I’ve watched Episode 2 and my favorite row, if I must choose, is the Perpetual Pinwheels. The colors she used are wonderful.

Sandy lemmonJanuary 22, 2018

I love the total quilt. Will be making it with a friend. I started watching Nancy back when she first went on tv back in 83. I have learned so much from her shows. And saw her 2yrs ago at the sewing expo. She will be missed. Rest In Peace God bless

Love that quilt. I was privileged to meet Nancy at sewing expo. She was so nice.

Karen McAdamsJanuary 14, 2018

I love them all but my favorite would be Flying Home.

Nancy PitreJanuary 13, 2018

I love the Perpetual Pinwheels !

Nancy PitreJanuary 13, 2018

I pick the Perpetual Pinwheels ❤️ although I love them all.

Nancy PitreJanuary 13, 2018

I love them all, but if I have to choose one, I pick the Perpetual Pinwheels ❤️

Patricia Dianne DeaverJanuary 13, 2018

Love flying home row.

Tammy ThomasJanuary 13, 2018

I am in love with the fabulous pinwheels.

CherylJanuary 12, 2018

Star Gazer is my favorite row, and I think the triangle gauge would make them much easier

Lisa LaMieJanuary 12, 2018

Thank you for keeping Nancy’s programs in TV. I started watching her great tips and instructions since 2011, when we moved to Chetek, WI. Loved her spirit that she shared all around the world. God bless her family!

DaliJanuary 12, 2018

Nancy Z is the best! All her creative efforts just keep on giving to us. We will always miss Nancy.

Ruthann KauffmanJanuary 12, 2018

I like the flying home row best. But they are all great. Like your web site.

Peggy VJanuary 12, 2018

Star gazer is my favorite block, would love to win this book!!!

LindaJanuary 12, 2018

They’re all great but I can see the Perpetual Pinwheels in a cute children’s wall quilt. Thank you for the inspiration!

Jadine HiltJanuary 12, 2018

I love the Flying Home row, it’s a cute twist on a traditional block!

Julie M.January 11, 2018

I love the Perpetual Pinwheels. I think they would make a lovely quilt border, too. They make me think of warm spring and summer days. I need that with the snow and frigid temperatures we’ve have!

L WatsonJanuary 11, 2018

I like the perpetual pinwheels, it gives a nice feeling of motion.

KarJanuary 11, 2018

These blocks are so fun and versatile.
Love the stargazer. Could make different colors for different seasons with this quilt.
Nancy always made everything look so easy. Such a wonderful teacher.

Edna MarksJanuary 11, 2018

I like the perpetual pinwheels. They look like they are spinning off quilt

PatJanuary 11, 2018

Flying Home is my favorite row from Part 2 of this series. I love flying geese blocks and this makes them super exciting. Thanks so much for the chance to win the book.

Jean HovlandJanuary 11, 2018

The star gazer is my favorite row

BonnieJanuary 11, 2018

Flying Home is my favorite row. It looks great in the quilt and would also make a lovely table runner.

kathyJanuary 11, 2018

I love the star gazer row. Is it difficult to complete?

MaryEllenJanuary 11, 2018

I like the flying home row. PLUS…I like the whole quilt especially since they are made up of colors I use frequently. It looks so easy to cut out and then sew.

BereniceJanuary 11, 2018

I like perperual pinwheels!

BridgetJanuary 11, 2018

Star Gazer is my favorite!

Jean YoungJanuary 11, 2018

Nancy’s gify of knowledge and fighting spirit will live on fprever thru her educational videos!!

KarenJanuary 11, 2018

I would make the tiny pinwheels as I like the movement idea. The stars and flying geese are great too, but pinwheels first! Thanks!

I’m new to quilting but have learned so much from Nancy’s show!!! Her products are time saving and helpful. I sure hope I can win this triangle book. I would use it all the time, as I love the triangle designs. Thank you!

Julee KJanuary 11, 2018

I would love to receive a copy of Nancy’s book. I’ve been intrigued by row quilts and I love the way Nancy teaches and shows us how step by step. Pinwheels are my favorite!

I love the overall design and the color choices are endless! Nancy was such an inspiration , and we have her products , techniques, etc. left to us , as well as others to share. Hopefully, the current generation will carry on to help the younger generation be intrigued.

Jan N.January 11, 2018

I can’t view the video … it’s saying “This video is currently not available”. My favorite row is Flying Home.

beth d.January 11, 2018

I like flying home row. it seems so easy to do the flying geese. I would love to win this book.

Gail BeamJanuary 11, 2018

I think flying home looks like it would be the easiest one for someone like me who is a newbie to quilting. Thanks for the chance to win one of Nancy’s awesome books.

Susan L.January 11, 2018

That’s a touch one, because they are all great! I will say I like Star Gazer a little more.

FlorenceJanuary 11, 2018

Perpetual Pinwheels. I just made a quilt with pinwheels for my granddaughter. Love how they look. So I think perpetual pinwheels would be next to try.

Joan WallrichJanuary 11, 2018

I love the star gazer the best. The whole quilt is a great sampler quilt and would look great on any bed.

Have not done the row by row yet, but have watched Nancy
Demonstrate. Really missing her so glad you are keeping
her productions going. What a great person she was.
Would love to receive the book!

Gina MJanuary 11, 2018

Flying Home is probably my favorite row, but they are all great. As a quilting teacher, this would be a great technique class! I would love to win the book, make a sample, ask the shop to carry the book and add the class to their schedule. Nancy lives on through her work!

Donna McClellanJanuary 11, 2018

I’m so glad to see this quilt repeated, I was too busy to follow the class last year. I love the look of the row by row. I fairly new to quilting & would love having the book to help me learn some techniques.

Debby BatroniJanuary 11, 2018

My favorite is the stargazer block it can be very simple or elegant according to your fabric choice.

I like “Star Gazer” as it could work up into a Patriotic quilt which are fun to make.

Pam FloydJanuary 11, 2018

Love the Perpetual Pinwheels. I think it is the use of the white space and motion that attracts me. I’ve been sewing for years, but never got the “Quilting Bug” until recently. I have always enjoyed watching Nancy and reading her blogs.

Rebecca ChristieJanuary 11, 2018

I have always been afraid of making triangle- ha ha ha. But I believe in Nancy’s directions, she always makes things seem easier. I would love to have this book. Perhaps it would help me to not be afraid of triangles.

Ennis AJanuary 11, 2018

I’m new to quilting. The book would be great info from Nancy. Her techniques have always been a time saver!! Love the triangles. Thanks.